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Our dads are sad.

Know why our dads are sad? They're sad because they are not eligible to win the ThinkGeek (Even More) Ultimate GeekDad Giveaway. We're hoping to cheer them up with bacon-wrapped cheeseburgers and home-brewed root beer. The good news is that you and your dad could win.

The bad news? If you win, you'll never be able to top that Father's Day gift. Better start saving up for a Death Star retirement home.

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ThinkGeek's GeekDads have selected their top picks for Father's Day gifts. And whether your Dad is a sci-fi geek, a gadget geek, or an outdoors geek, we've got the gift that will make him declare you to be his favorite offspring. Of course, you can always pick out a few things for yourself... y'know, while you're here. Use code DADNME for $5 off $30 or $10 off $60, good through 11:59 pm Eastern on 6/11/11.Take $5 off $30+ or $10 off $60+ orders - Pop is tops!

Sure, you could honor your father with a lightsaber duel, but you might need that hand one day. How about gifting him with our biggest prize pack ever? At stake is our iCade (complete with 16GB wifi iPad), a full-size arcade cabinet with custom ThinkGeek art, a $1,000 ThinkGeek shopping spree, a subscription to WIRED, a LEGO Mindstorms NXT 2.0, GeekDad shirts and books for the family, Munchkin goodies from John Kovalic, and a pair of GUNNAR gaming glasses. Don't be a bad kid--enter by noon ET on June 17th!(Even More) Ultimate GeekDad Giveaway - We really outdid ourselves

Dad might be a wizard behind the grill, but for every perfectly seared steak he produces, he comes back covered in spatter and sauce. Those stains will never come out, but what if they never get a chance to soak in? Nanotech particles woven into the fabric of this short-sleeve chef's shirt make stains bead like a waxed sports car, and rinsing off a glob of mustard on his sleeve with nothing more than a squirt gun makes a great party gag. So let him cook all he wants; let's just keep him presentable for your guests, shall we?iRepel Chef's Jacket - Keeping dad clean requires nanotechnology

Don't be late to your meeting with the Bobs! You're a people person! You're good with people. You should be good with time, too. Introducing three new watches: the WeWood watch is made of reclaimed wood, the Atom Watch reminds you that the little things (are) matter, and the LED watch is a shiny TRON-esque way to read the time. Whatever one you choose, we wish you the best in achieving that corner office.3 New Watches - Timeliness is next to geekiness

Dad works hard, and he occasionally likes to come home to his easy chair, the remote, and an ice-cold cocktail. Maybe he's a classic martini guy, or he likes a whisky, or maybe even a cosmopolitan? We won't judge, but maybe you can take his favorite drink and turn it on it's metaphorical ear! This starter kit of chemicals, tools, and additives inject science into your Screwdriver. Make him a Glow-In-The-Dark Gimlet, or Tequila Sunrise Pearls, or maybe even Kamikaze Caviar! It's adult beverages deconstructed!Molecular Cocktails Starter Kit - Enhance your libations with science!

An amazing glimpse of the promised future-tech has just arrived at ThinkGeek in the form of the Cube Laser Virtual Keyboard. This tiny device laser-projects a keyboard on any flat surface. You can then type away accompanied by simulated key click sounds. It really is true future wireless magic at its best. You'll be turning heads the moment you pull this baby from your pocket and use it to compose an email on your iPhone, iPad, or laptop. With 63 keys and and full size QWERTY layout the Laser Virtual Keyboard can approach typing speeds of a standard keyboard--in a size a little larger than a matchbook.Cube Laser Virtual Keyboard for iPad & iPhone - Type with lasers!

Captain Kirk never needed a pen. He always had some Yeoman hand him a data slate. Mr. Spock had a photographic memory, so naturally he never had a need for pens. McCoy always lost his. He's a doctor, not a damned pencil box! You, however, need something to write with that will always be convenient and won't run out of ink. This pen stays on your keychain, and writes in metal--no ink necessary. So the next time that hot Deltan Ensign wants to give you their digits, you won't regret having this Metal Inkless Micro Pen on your keyring!Metal Inkless Micro Pen - Never needs a refill, won't get lost!

Music should be loud, clear, and with you wherever you go. Nowadays, people bring their music with them on their phones. Unfortunately, those tiny speakers don't do your tunes any favors. Portable speakers are usually pretty good, but you probably want sound with a bit more punch. Introducing the FoxL v2 Bluetooth Soundbar. As the name suggests, it connects to your phone via Bluetooth, but it's loud and thumpy and clear as a bell. Get your friends' feet moving and share your tunes. Click the link below and watch the video of us dancing spontaneously during a demo!FoxL v2 Bluetooth Soundbar - Embiggen your music

Bhut Jolokia peppers are one of the world's hottest peppers. They are affectionately referred to as Ghost Peppers, probably due to the fact that those who eat them often feel like they are going to die. And now you can take this heat (over 1 million SHU!) with you wherever you roam with these Ghost Pepper Chili Flakes. Made from fresh Ghost Peppers, they are ready to kick the heat of your food up about a bajillion notches with just a sprinkle. Keep some firepower in your pocket and make every meal an adventure!Ghost Pepper Chili Flakes - Instant deadly heat flakes

Guess what we have in our pocket? Nope, it's not a tiny monkey. It's the coolest pen ever. Not only does it write stuff as one would expect of a pen, it also features a 4" exterior Vernier caliper. Yep, you can measure twice, and then use the very same tool to write down your measurements. But that's not all! It's also a metric screw thread scale. But that's not all! It's also a tire tread depth scale. If you're looking for a pen to up your nerd cred, impress your car freak of a brother-in-law, and also write stuff, this is the pen you're looking for.Messograf Caliper Pen - Measure twice, write once

While lots of us are comfortable taking apart our computers, upgrading the hardware, and putting them back together again, we can't say the same about our cars. Some of us can't even change our own oil. Hey, if people pay us to fix their computers, we should return the favor by paying people to service our cars, right? It only seems fair. The GL1 Car Diagnostic Gadget will directly connect your vehicle's engine On Board Diagnostics (OBD) data to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. Use your iPhone/iPod touch to read/reset diagnostic codes. Log your vehicle's engine performance and gas mileage. The GL1 will even charge your iPhone or Touch!GL1 iPhone Car Diagnostic Gadget - CHECK ENGINE = PC LOAD LETTER

Grill parties are as much a part of summer as mosquitoes and margaritas. Unfortunately for you, you've got grill duty, and that means you've got to stick close to your cooking meats‚ 'cause one minute you've got burgers medium raw, and the next minute you've got charcoal. Now we've got a thermometer that connects wirelessly to your iPhone and alerts you when your food reaches the perfect temperature. Instead of standing outside in the heat, why not mingle, grab a longneck, and party like it's 2012 and the zombie apocalypse is coming. Your burgers are in safe hands.iGrill Remote Cooking Thermometer - Done? There's an app for that!

Modern kitchens are monuments to style. Clean lines, sharp angles, lots of chrome and glass and marble. Unfortunately, most of these kitchens never actually see any cooking. Too many homeowners opt for style over function, enjoying status more than flavor. Not you--you're a practical chef, and know the difference between a chiffonade and a mince. Still, you can be practical and still have style. This knife embodies the sleek and simple lines of modern culinary style with the practicality of a good sharp kitchen knife. Feels great in your hand, and is sharper than the devil's tongue.Pure Black Kitchen Knife - Sharp looking, and sharp cutting

Don't let the name deceive you: the iCruiser External Battery Pack works for Android, Blackberry, Samsung, Nintendo DS, Sony PSP, and more. If you're tired of hearing the low battery beep when the night is still young, plug your device into the iCruiser for a boost of new life. Summer convention season is here. If you have a dead battery, you'll miss the chance to tweet a picture of yourself drinking with [insert celebrigeek of your choice]. And you know the rule: pics or it didn't happen.iCruiser External Battery Pack - Not just for iDevices!